Author: Amjad Qaimkhani

By Amjad Qaimkhani NEW YORK: Pakistan has called for resolving the Ukraine conflict through dialogue and diplomacy, urging all parties to exercise political will for a peaceful settlement. At a United Nations Security Council briefing, Pakistan’s envoy emphasized early ceasefire and constructive negotiations as key steps toward ending hostilities. Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, expressed deep concern over human suffering caused by the ongoing war. He highlighted Pakistan’s commitment to supporting diplomatic initiatives aimed at bridging divides and fostering a negotiated resolution. Ambassador Ahmad also addressed the safety and security of UN peacekeepers, stressing that protecting…

US warned that any country challenging the SC ruling, particularly those long accused of exploiting the US, would face steeper tariffs. India, however, has so far refused to sign an agreement in the face of the new trade scenario By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Monday warned that any country seeking to “play games” following a key US Supreme Court tariff ruling would face much higher duties, singling out India. The Supreme Court had ruled that tariffs Trump imposed last year under a national emergency law were illegal, reigniting uncertainty for countries with existing or pending trade deals…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: Donald Trump announced a rise in the United States’ global tariff rate from 10 per cent to 15 per cent, even after the Supreme Court of the United States struck down much of his earlier tariff program as unlawful. The court ruling last week found that Trump lacked the authority to impose broad import levies under emergency powers legislation — a judgement that triggered widespread debate about executive reach in trade policy. Despite this setback, Trump swiftly responded by invoking an alternative legal mechanism that allows the president to set temporary levies of up to 15…

Both sides hailed the talks as constructive, emphasizing a shared commitment to deepening economic collaboration through practical, mutually beneficial initiatives By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: Pakistan and the United States on Saturday signaled a renewed commitment to strengthening bilateral economic ties, with both sides emphasizing the importance of trade and investment as pillars of the relationship. The announcement followed a high-level meeting in Washington DC between a Pakistani delegation, led by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, and US Commerce Secretary Howard A Lutnick at the Department of Commerce. According to a statement shared on the ministry’s official…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would raise a temporary tariff on US imports from all countries from 10 percent to 15 percent, the maximum level allowed under the law. The move came after the US Supreme Court struck down his previous tariff program. Trump had immediately announced a 10 percent across-the-board tariff on Friday following the court’s ruling, which found that he had exceeded his authority by imposing an array of higher rates under an economic emergency law. The new levies are based on a separate and largely untested statute known as Section 122.…

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif praised DFC as “instrumental” in fostering private sector partnerships, crediting the agency with boosting jobs and national productivity By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: In Washington D.C., Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif welcomed a high-level delegation from the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), led by its Chief Executive Officer, Benjamin Black. The meeting, which also included Conor Coleman, DFC’s Head of Investments, and several senior officials of the agency, underscored the growing economic dialogue between Pakistan and the United States at a time when both nations are exploring deeper commercial ties. During the discussions, the Prime Minister…

By Amajd Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: In a display of cordiality and strategic engagement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a series of warm, informal interactions with world leaders at the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington. Among the notable encounters was a personal meeting with US President Donald Trump, where the two exchanged handshakes, smiles, and an embrace, underscoring a spirit of mutual goodwill and cooperation. Beyond Washington’s formalities, PM Shehbaz engaged in substantive conversations with the King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart…

By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: Israeli media have given prominent coverage to growing concerns over a possible US strike on Iran, with reports suggesting Israel is preparing to play an “active role” rather than remain a bystander. Security analysts who are monitoring tensions between Tehran told daily Metro Morning that Washington and Tel Aviv have warned in recent days that any conflict could prove prolonged and highly destabilizing for the region. They said the Israeli daily Maariv reported that, in light of rising tension, Israel is “prepared for every possible scenario”. The paper said that with friction increasing between Iran and…

The talks unfolded as PM Shehbaz attended a summit hosted by US President Trump, underscoring Pakistan’s active role in regional and global security By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: In Washington D.C., the United States reaffirmed that its partnership with Pakistan remained a cornerstone in the global fight against terrorism, following high-level talks between senior officials from both countries. The discussions took place as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif attended an international summit hosted by US President Donald Trump, highlighting Pakistan’s continuing engagement on major regional and global security initiatives. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met the Prime Minister in a bilateral…

Trump is set to chair a pivotal meeting unveiling a multi-billion-dollar Gaza reconstruction plan and a UN-backed force to stabilize the fragile Palestinian territory By Amjad Qaimkhani WASHINGTON: Before committing to sending troops to Gaza as part of the International Stabilisation Force, Pakistan is seeking assurances from the United States that the mission will be strictly peacekeeping and not involve disarming Hamas, three government sources told Reuters. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to attend the first formal meeting of President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace in Washington on Thursday. Delegations from at least 20 countries will also take part.…